Braedon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Braedon is an English name that means 'broad hill', originating from Old English elements. It has evolved from historical forms like Brædun to its modern spelling. The name is associated with strength and nature, and it does not have biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and is viewed as a contemporary choice.
The name Braedon is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Braedon has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Braedon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2826th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 908th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3095th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Braedon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Braedon"
Pronunciation
/ˈbreɪdən/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Braedon is derived from the Old English elements 'brād', meaning 'broad', and 'dun', meaning 'hill' or 'fortified place'.
Meaning
broad hill
Language Evolution
Brædun, Braedon
Historical Usage
Braedon is a relatively modern name that gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Brayden, Braydon, Braeden
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Braedon is often perceived as contemporary and trendy, associated with strength and a connection to nature.
Famous People
Braedon G. Smith - Australian athlete, Braedon McCauley - Canadian artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Braedon"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Braedon"
"Braedon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2826th of 16616 | 338 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 908th of 24088 | 3,185 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3095th of 23106 | 457 |
Regional Popularity of "Braedon" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
64.56% 2379th/3685 |
- |
64.02% 3325th/5194 |
38.17% 2411th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
16.98% 778th/4582 |
20.04% 1035th/5164 |
13.52% 989th/7313 |
13.08% 976th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
45.90% 3131st/6822 |
50.32% 3158th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Braedon" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Braedon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Braedon" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.